Open AccessThe occurrence of osteosarcoma after tibial fracture repair in a dog
Author(s) -
Mitsuhiro Isaka,
Daiki Kokubo,
Toshikazu Sakai
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
open veterinary journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.39
H-Index - 10
eISSN - 2226-4485
pISSN - 2218-6050
DOI - 10.4314/ovj.v11i1.3
Subject(s) - medicine , lameness , implant , amputation , orthopedic surgery , osteosarcoma , surgery , implant failure , radiography , soft tissue , sarcoma , dentistry , pathology
Background: There are few detailed reports on implant-associated sarcoma in dogs; however, loose implants, metal type, and infection have not been shown as specific risk factors for this condition.
Case Description: A 14-year-old spayed female Labrador retriever was referred to our hospital with a main complaint of chronic right hind lameness after previous tibial fracture repair. On radiographs, rupture of the bone plate and screws with swelling of the surrounding soft tissue was observed, and osteosarcoma (OSA) was diagnosed after histopathological examinations. During amputation surgery, a plastic band was found associated with the implant.
Conclusion: Veterinary surgeons should be aware of implant-associated OSA and refrain from using non-medical materials in the implants. Furthermore, they should recommend the removal of orthopedic implants after fracture repair.